Chapter 89 I Want to Hide You
His apology came quickly and sincerely, which dissipated the last bit of anger in Ruan Yao's heart.
Moreover, although she was in pain and scared last night, deep down she felt a secret joy that she couldn't quite explain.
He had always slept in a separate room and treated her with utmost respect. Although she didn't say anything, she was constantly internally tormented, wondering if she lacked charm.
His out-of-control behavior last night, though a bit rough, clearly demonstrated just how strong his desire for her was.
This realization quickly replaced the slight grievance in her heart with an indescribable sense of joy and relief.
She realized that she was utterly useless.
"you……"
She hesitated for a long time before finally managing to squeeze out a single word. She wanted to say something harsh, but her voice was so soft and weak that it sounded more like she was being coquettish.
"All you do is bully me."
Even she herself couldn't stand it anymore.
It's all Huo Yanzhi's fault for being too handsome; male beauty can be misleading.
Seeing her flushed cheeks, complaining yet with bright, sparkling eyes, Huo Yanzhi's heart, which had been hanging in suspense, finally settled down.
He stepped forward, gently took her hand, and led her to the dining table.
"Have breakfast first, it's all your favorite food."
Ruan Yao looked at the sumptuous breakfast spread on the table: crab roe buns, crystal shrimp dumplings, custard buns, and several delicate and refreshing side dishes, all of which were her favorites.
Then look at the man in front of me with a face that says, "I was wrong, please forgive me."
She completely lost her temper.
Ruan Yao took a bite of the crab roe bun, and her eyes lit up instantly.
"tasty!"
With its thin skin, generous filling, and delicious broth, it's just as good as what you'd find in a five-star hotel.
She took another sip of the porridge, which was cooked to perfection, soft, sticky, and sweet.
As Ruan Yao looked at the man in front of her who was slowly peeling shrimp for her, a strange and indescribable emotion welled up in her heart.
He seems to be able to do everything.
Moreover, every dish he made was precisely tailored to her preferences.
It felt as if he had rehearsed it countless times.
"What are you thinking about?" Huo Yanzhi put the peeled shrimp into her bowl and looked up at her.
"It's nothing," Ruan Yao shook her head, suppressing the strange feeling in her heart, and looked at him with a smile, "I just think you're amazing. You're so good at everything, from formal occasions to cooking. I've really struck gold."
"Is that so?" A faint smile appeared on Huo Yanzhi's lips.
He wiped his fingers elegantly, his tone tender.
"Then I'll cook for Yaoyao for the rest of my life."
A breakfast enjoyed with warmth and tenderness, brimming with beauty.
The sun was shining brightly. Ruan Yao had eaten and drunk her fill, and Huo Yanzhi had coaxed her into a state of blissful joy. Her anger had dissipated, and she was in a better mood.
She needs to go back to the company to completely resolve the matter concerning Su Mingyuan.
In the dressing room, Ruan Yao casually picked up a sleeveless dress.
As soon as she took off her bathrobe, she felt a burning gaze fall upon her.
"Are you going to the company? I'll help you pick out some clothes."
Huo Yanzhi stood at the door and walked into the dressing room.
Ruan Yao paused, her cheeks starting to burn again.
Seeing these marks on her body made her feel incredibly ashamed.
She turned her back to him, feigning composure, and pretended to be gesturing in front of the mirror.
"I can do it myself."
Huo Yanzhi, however, showed no intention of leaving.
He approached from behind, his warm breath tickling her earlobe.
Ruan Yao's body tensed up instantly.
He raised his hand and gently touched a small red mark on the back of her neck with his fingertips, a mark he had left when he lost control last night.
Ruan Yao's body stiffened, and her ears turned bright red at a visible speed.
She could feel that his breathing seemed to have become a little heavier.
Just when she thought he was about to "break the rules" again, Huo Yanzhi suddenly hugged her gently from behind.
"Yaoyao, I've been too busy lately, so I haven't been able to help my parents-in-law with the Ruan family's affairs. I'm sorry. Is there anything I can do to help?"
Ruan Yao wouldn't blame him. "It's okay. I know you work hard. Everything is going smoothly at the company, so don't worry."
He hummed in response, resting his chin on her shoulder, his voice low and tinged with unease.
"There's something else I did without discussing it with you."
Ruan Yao was held in his arms, and she could clearly feel the steady and powerful beating of his chest.
She turned her head away, somewhat puzzled.
"What's up?"
Huo Yanzhi tightened his arms around her, pulling her even closer into his embrace.
"The Shen family."
He uttered those two words, his voice devoid of any emotion.
"I've had them take action."
Ruan Yao didn't speak, but there was a hint of questioning in her clear eyes.
Huo Yanzhi lowered his eyes and looked at her, taking in every subtle change in her expression.
"If nothing unexpected happens, the Shen family will be in big trouble this time. At best, they will suffer serious damage; at worst... they may face bankruptcy."
He finished speaking and said nothing more.
He was waiting for her reaction.
Wait for her shock, her reluctance, and even her questioning.
Ruan Yao listened quietly, her face showing no surprise or emotion, as calm as if she were listening to gossip that had nothing to do with her.
"oh."
She responded softly, her tone as natural as could be.
Then, as if she suddenly remembered something, she looked up at him.
"Didn't I tell you before? You can handle this matter as you see fit."
Her voice was soft and sweet, with a hint of taking it for granted.
"Have you forgotten?"
Huo Yanzhi's Adam's apple bobbed, and his voice was terribly dry.
“I thought…you and Shen Yu are childhood sweethearts after all, and you might…not want me to be too ruthless.”
Ruan Yao shook her head, "I have never had such a thought."
She smiled, her eyes earnest and sincere, "Besides, he's done so many wrong things, even if he goes to jail, he deserves it."
Huo Yanzhi looked at her, his eyes swirling with dark emotions.
It turns out it was guilt.
In her past life, she personally pushed him and the Huo family into the abyss.
So in this life, she wants to make it up to him.
A storm raged in Huo Yanzhi's eyes, but slowly, a smile of utmost gentleness bloomed on his face.
"That's good."
He spoke softly, his voice husky with a hint of relief.
Looking at the familiar smile on his face that made her feel incredibly at ease, Ruan Yao smiled back.
She tiptoed and kissed him on the chin.
"So you don't need to have any worries. Do whatever you want, I will support you."
"good."
Huo Yanzhi responded, raised his hand, and gently stroked her cheek.
The gesture was as gentle as if it were a rare treasure.
"Let me help you put on the necklace."
He took the dress from her, hung it aside, then turned and took a velvet box from the jewelry cabinet.
Inside the box lay a dazzling diamond necklace, the pendant a tiny pink diamond surrounded by smaller diamonds.
It was from the same collection as the engagement ring he gave her.
He went around behind her and pressed the cool necklace against her warm skin.
On the back of her neck, the deep red hickey he left when he lost control last night was both glaring and alluring.
His slender figure.
So beautiful.
She was so beautiful that he wanted to hide her away, lock her up, and make sure that no one else in the world could see her except him.
A fanatical, almost insane thought sprouted from the darkest corner of my heart.
It doesn't matter anymore.
Whether it's genuine or feigned.
Whether it's guilt or compensation.
As long as I can keep her by my side, what does it matter what method I use?
The cool chain against her warm skin made Ruan Yao involuntarily shrink her neck.
Looking at the man's handsome face in the mirror, and the deep affection in his eyes, her heart felt as if it were soaking in a honey pot, soft and sweet.
"Is it pretty?" she asked, turning slightly to the side so he could see it more clearly, as if showing off a treasure.
Huo Yanzhi fastened the clasp on her necklace, his voice so gentle it could melt your heart.
"So beautiful... I want to hide you away."
Ruan Yao felt a surge of joy upon hearing his domineering yet sweet words.
"No way, I have to go to work."
Huo Yanzhi suppressed the turmoil in his heart, lowered his head, and gently kissed her smooth forehead.
"good."
Then, his lips traveled down her cheek, finally landing on her delicate shoulder blades, as if she were about to take flight.
It was as soft as a feather falling.
His slender figure.
He wants to use this guilt to build a cage.
He kept his little canary locked away by his side for the rest of his life.
Even if it means breaking her wings so she can never fly again.
He was willing to do anything about it.
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